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Jamaican Pineapple Jerk Chicken

Irresistible Jamaican Pineapple Jerk Chicken You’ll Love

This Jamaican Pineapple Jerk Chicken recipe combines spicy and sweet flavors, delivering a vibrant culinary experience.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Marinating Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Jamaican
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 2 pieces Scotch Bonnet Peppers Adjust the heat to your liking.
  • 4 tablespoons Green Onions
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger Grated.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Lime Juice Freshly squeezed.
  • 1 teaspoon Allspice Jamaican pimento can be a substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Thyme Dried or fresh.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground Nutmeg
  • 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar
For the Chicken
  • 2 pounds Bone-in, Skin-on Chicken Thighs/Breasts Boneless can be used if preferred.
For the Pineapple
  • 1 whole Fresh Pineapple Avoid canned for best results.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
For Seasoning
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper

Equipment

  • food processor
  • Grill
  • oven
  • Baking Sheet

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a food processor, combine scotch bonnet peppers, green onions, yellow onion, fresh ginger, garlic, soy sauce, lime juice, allspice, thyme, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and brown sugar. Blend until you achieve a thick, smooth marinade; set aside one-third of the marinade for later use.
  2. Place the chicken thighs or breasts in a large bowl or resealable bag. Pour two-thirds of the marinade over the chicken, ensuring it's thoroughly coated. Seal the bag or cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight.
  3. Decide whether you’re grilling or baking your Jamaican Pineapple Jerk Chicken. If grilling, preheat your grill to medium-high heat. For baking, preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  4. For grilling, place the marinated chicken on the grill and cook for 6-8 minutes on each side until charred and the internal temperature reaches 165°F. If baking, arrange the chicken on a baking sheet and bake for 25-35 minutes until cooked through.
  5. Slice the fresh pineapple into rings and brush each slice with olive oil. Grill the pineapple for the last 5-6 minutes of cooking or place it in the oven with the chicken for the last 10 minutes.
  6. Once cooked, let the chicken rest for a few minutes, brush with reserved marinade, and serve with grilled pineapple on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 35gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Marinate overnight for maximum flavor. Handle Scotch Bonnet Peppers with care as they can be very spicy.

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